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Gartner: Desktop as a Service Spending on the Rise as Cost Optimization, Sustainability Drive Adoption

According to Gartner's 2025 Magic Quadrant for Desktop as a Service, while secure remote access remains a key driver of DaaS adoption, a growing number of deployments now focus on broader efficiency goals.

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September 2025 Tech Tactics in Education Conference Agenda Announced

Registration is free for this fully virtual Sept. 25 event, focused on "Overcoming Roadblocks to Innovation" in K-12 and higher education.

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Microsoft Announces Windows 11 Updates for Faster Recovery, Redesigned Restart Screen

Microsoft has introduced two new features in the latest version of Windows 11 that aim to reduce downtime and improve system recovery.

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Cisco Unveils AI-First Approach to IT Operations

At its recent Cisco Live 2025 event, Cisco introduced AgenticOps, a transformative approach to IT operations that integrates advanced AI capabilities to enhance efficiency and collaboration across network, security, and application domains.

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Network to Code Intros AI Assistant for Enterprise Network Teams

Network automation firm Network to Code has introduced NautobotGPT, an AI-powered assistant aimed at helping enterprise network engineers create, test, and troubleshoot automation tasks more efficiently.

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Two Areas for K-12 Schools to Assess for When to Work with a Managed Services Provider

The complexity of today’s IT network infrastructure and increased cybersecurity risk are quickly moving beyond many school districts’ ability to manage on their own. But a new technology model, a partnership with a managed services provider, offers a way forward for schools to overcome these challenges.

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Navigating the First Year as a Female Technology Director: A Journey of Leadership and Empowerment

For women in the landscape of technology leadership, the first year is both a proving ground and a powerful platform. It's a year of listening deeply, learning quickly, leading boldly, and paving the way for others.

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Microsoft Shutting Down Skype

Microsoft has announced that it will discontinue service for its Skype telecommunications and video calling services on May 5, 2025.

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2025 Tech Tactics in Education Conference Agenda Announced

Registration is free for this fully virtual May 7 event, focused on "Thriving in the Age of AI" in K-12 and higher education.

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Red Hat Enterprise Linux Update Expands Automation, Security

Open source solution provider Red Hat has released Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 9.5, the latest version of its flagship Linux platform.